Recent Posts
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This mega-map shows how MARC’s extension to Newark links us to a much broader region
A proposed extension of MARC would connect the DC region with Philadelphia’s SEPTA system, greatly expanding the reach of commuter rail in the Washington region. To celebrate, contributor David Edmondson designed a map showing just how far residents can travel using commuter railways. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: DC won’t open emergency rental assistance again until October
DC won’t reopen emergency rental assistance applications until October, despite new funds. WMATA set to launch real-time arrival tracking and analytics tool. Three Arlington commercial buildings to be replaced with 188-unit mixed-use building. Keep reading…
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Photo Friday: Smoky skies
This week’s Photo Friday is full of eerie, hazy smoke, compiled from images from the Greater and Lesser Washington Flickr pool. Keep reading…
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National links: Some cities ban drive-thrus due to safety and other concerns
Cities explore banning drive thrus. Midwestern cities struggle to revitalize following impact of pandemic. AI tenant screening errors make the housing crisis worse. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Metro rides to be free in the evening of the 4th of July
Metro will be free in the evening on the Fourth of July. DC DMV may have overlooked DUI convictions for up to 15 years. Maryland Governor Wes Moore wants legislature to address regressive automatic gas tax increases. Keep reading…
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Where is downtown DC? It’s up for debate
DC’s zoning map provides one definition for Downtown, business improvement districts and the Census Bureau give others — and none of them are perfect. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: DC home-purchase assistance program runs out of funding
Funds depleted for DC’s home purchase assistance program. Portions of Anacostia River swimmable for first time in 50 years. Price of essential items increased faster than minimum wage in Maryland in each of past 15 years. Keep reading…
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Pedestrian deaths in the US reach 41-year high
Pedestrian deaths broke the national record in 2022 for the second year in a row. What will it take to decrease these “excessively high,” unnecessary losses? Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Montgomery County Council comes closer to voting on new rent increase cap
MoCo Council comes closer to voting on rent increase cap. Latest Falcicchio accuser says they were sexually harassed and denied District business opportunities. Eden Center overlay plan approved unanimously by Falls Church City Council. Keep reading…
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Two ways to give our sprawling suburbs a glow up
For folks who want walkability in more than just the places so many of our region’s residents can’t afford to live, suburban retrofits are the dream. This post takes a look at how, exactly, local governments can make them happen. Keep reading…